09/06/2026
“When is the first ultrasound scan performed after IVF?” 👶🏻
Join Dr. Fotis Vlachopoulos, a valued member of our team in 📍Athens, Greece, as he talks us through one of the most exciting milestones after IVF — the first pregnancy ultrasound scan.
The first scan is usually performed at around 7 weeks of pregnancy, approximately 3 weeks after the first positive beta hCG test following IVF treatment.
And yes, we know the wait can feel endless... 🧡
However, there is a good reason why we do not perform the scan earlier.
If the ultrasound is carried out too soon, it may still be too early to see the gestational sac or detect the baby's heartbeat, even when the pregnancy is developing normally. This can lead to unnecessary anxiety and uncertainty.
During the first ultrasound scan, we check:
• that the pregnancy is located inside the uterus (intrauterine pregnancy)
• how many gestational sacs are present
• whether a fetal heartbeat can be detected
• whether the embryo's growth is consistent with the gestational age
👉From your first consultation to your first pregnancy scan and beyond, we're here to guide you throughout your IVF journey.
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